A Maldives Mushroom on a Mission

Mo is a mushroom on a mission. As the latest in a long line of Planetary Wellbeing pioneers at Four Seasons Resorts Maldives he is – in his own words – “tired of being kept in the dark.”

Character:
Mo, an oyster mushroom, humorously introduced as the Official Spokesmushroom.

Mission:
To highlight the resort’s Planetary Wellbeing initiatives, which often go unnoticed despite being practiced for decades.

Companions:
- United Featheration: 150 chickens, ducks, and quail.
- Garden Gang: 100 varieties of herbs, vegetables, fruits.
- Orchid Crew: 8,000 orchids (with only 500 on duty at a time).

Sustainability in Action
- Zero-Mile Champions:
- Mushrooms and produce travel just 200–400 metres by bicycle to on-site restaurants.
- Around 5 kg of mushrooms daily are used in soups, salads, mains, desserts, and drinks.
- Circular Practices: Compost Club ensures regeneration and waste reduction.

Culinary Showcase
Signature dishes at Blu Beach Club include:
- Landaa Happy Egg with pumpkin cream, seeds, seaweed.
- White Snapper Carpaccio with Kulafilha leaf, melon, passion fruit.
- Slow-Cooked Rainbow Runner with cauliflower, dill, roasted lemon.

Why It Matters
- Reinforces Four Seasons Maldives’ commitment to sustainability and local sourcing.
- Blends humor and storytelling (via Mo) with serious eco-conscious practices.
- Highlights how food, flora, and fauna are integral to the resort’s wellbeing philosophy.

📌 In short: Mo the mushroom is a playful mascot for Four Seasons Maldives’ eco-friendly initiatives, shining a spotlight on the resort’s dedication to sustainability, local produce, and creative guest experiences.